Hol - Phaltan, Satara
Hol is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Hol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hol is 563254. The village covers a total geographical area of 770.97 hectares and falls under the 415522 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Hol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hol
As per Census 2011, Hol village has a total population of 2,174 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 1,054 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,724 literate and 450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,174 | 1,120 | 1,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 120 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 171 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 1,724 | 912 | 812 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 208 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Hol
Hol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Korhale Kh | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Pimpalwadi | South | 3.05 km |
| Khamgaon | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Sadobachiwadi | North-West | 3.83 km |
| Jinti | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Hol | North | 4.07 km |
| Murum | West | 4.49 km |
| Bajrangwadi | East | 5.30 km |
| Fadatarwadi | South-East | 5.32 km |
| Murum | South-West | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hol
Hol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nira, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Hol is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Hol is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hol
Where is Hol located?
Hol village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hol?
Hol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hol?
The pincode of Hol is 415522.
What is the population of Hol?
Hol has a total population of 2,174, including 1,120 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Hol?
There are 478 households in Hol.
What is the literacy rate in Hol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hol is 79.30%. Male literacy is 81.43% and female literacy is 77.04%.